Phil Eckersley: Why I am standing to be the Mayor of Greater Manchester

Burnham poised to succeed Starmer as UK prime minister

Outgoing Greater Manchester mayor gearing up for talks with civil service as he prepares to enter Number 10 within weeks

Introducing the Burnhams – Britain’s new first family

As the Makerfield MP prepares for a potential move into No 10 Downing Street, who are the most important people in his life?

Limerick man honoured by New York City Council

A LIMERICK man was honoured by New York’s City Council for his contribution to the Irish Centre in Queens. George C Heslin, originally from Raheen Heights, took over as executive director of the New York Irish Center during the Covid pandemic in 2020. Since then, Mr Heslin “has used his considerable skills as a producer [] The post Limerick man honoured by New York City Council appeared first on Limerick Post.

Meet the UK’s Terrible Next Prime Minister: Andy Burnham

As Americans try to make sense of the latest mess in British politics, one name keeps coming up as the likely next occupant of 10 Downing Street: Andy Burnham. The former mayor of Greater Manchester, always camera-ready and quick with a soundbite, looks set to replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and prime minister. If...

‘King of the North’ Burnham eyes No 10

UK barrister and broadcaster Andrew Eborn says the Makerfield by-election was a "positive vote” for Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham. “People voted for him as a personality, rather than the policies,” Mr Eborn told Sky News Digital Presenter James Bolt. “You can see that as a result of the appalling results in local elections that Labour suffered all sorts of defeats.”

Who is Andy Burnham? Returning MP who wants to be prime minister

The outgoing Greater Manchester mayor is lining up a third attempt to be Labour leader following his return to Westminster.

Meet Labour’s ‘King of the North,’ the 56-year-old representing Greater Manchester and challenging Keir Starmer

Andy Burnham is a political insider turned outsider who aims to be Britain’s next prime minister. The 56-year-old politician presents himself as an amiable northern everyman who prefers T-shirts to a suit and tie and spends spare time playing soccer or spinning 1990s tunes during DJ battles. He’s also an experienced politician whose career has taken []

Can the 'King of the North' fix a fractured Britain?

Andy Burnham is leaving his job as mayor of Manchester to become Britain’s new prime minister. Supporters say his ability to connect with voters and fix local issues is what Britain needs on a countrywide scale. Opponents counter that his successes are overstated.

Who is Andy Burnham, the forerunner for UK PM?

Who is Andy Burnham, the forerunner for UK PM?

Sarah Ingham: ‘Head North’ is where you go looking for a Burnham who needs to shake off some old habits

This 10-point plan for solving Britain’s woes was co-written with ex MP Steve Rotheram. it's the Lennon and McCartney of local politics in ITV Granadaland, Our Steve became the first elected Mayor of Liverpool City Region in 2017 when Our Andy conquered Greater Manchester. The post Sarah Ingham: ‘Head North’ is where you go looking for a Burnham who needs to shake off some old habits appeared first on Conservative Home.

Burnham's grip on No. 10 is firm but his plans are not

Andy Burnham is now certain to be the U.K.’s next prime minister. What’s uncertain is almost everything else concerning his plans for government, with their detail still obscure to allies just 10 days out. The former mayor of Manchester very ...

Labour MPs overwhelmingly back Andy Burnham for party leadership

The former Greater Manchester mayor secured the nominations – amounting to 80 of the parliamentary party – by 5pm on Thursday.

Bev Craig selected as Labour candidate for Greater Manchester mayor

Manchester City Council leader Bev Craig has been selected as Labour’s candidate for the Greater Manchester mayoral by-election. The post Bev Craig selected as Labour candidate for Greater Manchester mayor appeared first on LabourList.

Andy Burnham, ‘King of the North’ and frontrunner to replace Starmer as PM

File photo of Andy Burnham delivers a speech ahead of the June 18 Makerfield by-election, in Wigan, UK on June 13, 2026. © Temilade Adelaja, Reuters Andy Burnham is a political insider turned outsider who is the current frontrunner to replace Keir Starmer as Britain’s next prime minister. After losing two bids for the Labour []

Joe Rogan Experience #2524 - Rupert Lowe

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Andy Burnham calls out press for ‘wild speculation’

The Makerfield MP name-checked the BBC’s Chris Mason in a quip to the back of the room. Andy Burnham called out the “wild speculation” from the press lobby about who he might appoint to key positions should he become prime minister. On Monday, the Makerfield MP gave his first major policy speech since launching his bid to []

Does being a good mayor make you a good prime minister?

The Greater Manchester mayoralty made Andy Burnham famous. Now he’s hoping he can take the approach he developed in the city to the whole country. This week on Westminster Insider, host Sascha O’Sullivan speaks to four serving mayors — and one former one about whether the role will prepare Burnham for the highest office in []

Who is Britain's next leader?

Who is Britain’s next prime minister? Sir Keir Starmer has resigned, and it’s all but certain that the new leader will be Andy Burnham. He’s been in politics since 2001 and has spent the past nine years serving as the mayor of Greater Manchester—a stint that’s made him popular with the Labour Party and the electorate.

How England's class divide shaped Andy Burnham, the U.K.'s likely next prime minister

As mayor of Manchester, Andy Burnham brought growth to the postindustrial city. Can he scale that nationally as the next prime minister?

LIVE: UK's Andy Burnham delivers speech on economy

Andy Burnham delivers a speech on the British economy. The Labour lawmaker expected to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister, will outline his ‌vision for Britain, his office said, promising to change how the nation is governed and make devolving power from London to regions and local communities his flagship proposal. #andyburnham #uk #britain #keirstarmer #labourparty #economy #live #Reuters #News Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/

Ash Sarkar on Politics Live: Who is Andy Burnham, Really?

Andy Burnham has reportedly chosen James Purnell as his chief of staff — a Blairite who was previously the chief executive of a public affairs company that advised Thames Water and Amazon. If selected, Purnell will become one of the most powerful men in the country. But is this “inconsistent” with Burnham's interest in "public control" for essential utilities? Ash Sarkar discusses on BBC Politics Live.

Reform Selects Local Councillor as Candidate for Manchester Mayoral Election

Reform has announced its leader on Manchester City Council Sian Astley as the party’s candidate for the Manchester mayoral election. An uphill battle The party said: “She currently lives in Fallowfield where she runs a design and property business. She is also a respected businesswoman and has appeared regularly on television and in print as

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On this episode of Global News Today, Tom Burges Watson takes a closer look at Andy Burnham, the politician set to become the United Kingdom's next prime minister following the departure of another British leader. What does Burnham stand for, and what could his leadership mean for the future of British politics? Guest: Peter Kellner, Founder of YouGov #AndyBurnham #UKPolitics #UnitedKingdom #Labour #Trump #Westminster #Manchester #London #BritishPolitics #YouGov #AlArabiyaEnglish #AlArabiyaNews #GlobalNewsToday

'I don't know, mayor of a town?' Trump's first remarks on UK PM frontrunner Andy Burnham

'I don't know, mayor of a town?' Trump's first remarks on UK PM frontrunner Andy Burnham

JONAH GOLDBERG: New York mayor ignoring 40 centuries of economic lessons

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Keir Starmer's likely successor Andy Burnham is sworn in as UK lawmaker

Andy Burnham, the former mayor of Greater Manchester whose resounding victory in a special U.K. election last week set in motion Keir Starmer's resignation, has confirmed he will put himself forward to be his successor. Photo credit: PA Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Andy Burnham aims to replace Keir Starmer as U.K. PM. Who is he?

Burnham is an experienced politician whose career has taken him from high-level government jobs to the mayoralty of Greater Manchester, and now to the cusp of the PM’s office.

Andy Burnham on course to be new UK PM as election process begins

The former Mayor of Greater Manchester and new member of Parliament for Makerfield remains the sole candidate in the race to succeed Keir Starmer.